Reynolds
“son of Raghnall — the Irish form of the Norse name Rögnvaldr”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Reynolds an Irish name?
Reynolds is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Raghnaill.
What does the surname Reynolds mean?
Reynolds (Irish: Mac Raghnaill) means “son of Raghnall — the Irish form of the Norse name Rögnvaldr”. Origin: Norse-Gaelic.
Where in Ireland is the surname Reynolds from?
The historic homeland of the Reynolds name is Leitrim. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Reynolds?
Mac Raghnaill. Related spellings: MacRannall, MacRandall.
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